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Today in History: England clinches FIFA World Cup with 4-2 victory

7/30/2025

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On July 30, 1966, the England national football team achieved a historic victory by winning their first FIFA World Cup title in London. They defeated West Germany 4–2 in a thrilling final that went into extra time. Geoff Hurst made history by scoring a hat-trick, becoming the first player to do so in a World Cup final.

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On July 30, 1966, the England national football team achieved a historic victory by winning their first FIFA World Cup title in London. They defeated West Germany 4–2 in a thrilling final that went into extra time. Geoff Hurst made history by scoring a hat-trick, becoming the first player to do so in a World Cup final.